MrMr2000

What a genuine story. My dream is to become a travel nurse after my son moves out (gave up all my 20's to be a single parent, have to make it up somehow ;)). Including the bumps and potholes as well as your successes really helps me to paint a picture of what it might be like. All the best to you. A final update to those who come across this post looking for information on the same subject: I spoke to a lawyer who is confident she can "seal" my record even though it is generally an "unsealable" offense in this state. It just goes to show you never know until you do the research. Lastly, I spoke with the EMT board in my state and it has been confirmed I am eligible to become an EMT again, even without the conviction removed. Again, do research in your own state.

Again, deeply appreciated. I am looking to reinstate my EMT cert and move forward with school. On a slightly different note, would you, as a career nurse looking back, ever imagine have doing something different?

Thank you for this! Your post inspired me to call a lawyer and get a quote for sealing. Apparently, much to my surprise, it is sealable. Everything you say here was confirmed by her. Thank you again.

I greatly appreciate this. Thank you so much. I am not averse to hoop-jumping and proving myself to a greater degree than those who don't have this record. I have the evidence to support my change in character and a history of working with at-risk populations since the incident. As a single parent, pulling the trigger on more student loans/time is still daunting given it may be for naught, however... Would you be willing to clarify the end of your post? You mention becoming a nurses lawyer. What made you suggest this? I have always loved the patient care aspect of prehospital care as an EMT which naturally draws me to nursing. I am not opposed to becoming a nurses lawyer though.

Hello Allnurses, I am a 28M with a B.A. that is determined to know whether nursing is a possible career choice for me. The only issue is my criminal record. I have a a misdemeanor in the 3rd degree (the "lightest" type of misdemeanor in my state) for harassment - strike/shove/kick with a domestic violence enhancer because it occurred with my then-partner. The charges were more serious (still in misdemeanor territory) though they were dropped after an investigation took place. I have contacted the BON, the admissions counselors at my school of interest, and a lawyer with the question: "Can I become a nurse with this on my record?" The answer, uniformly, was, "it depends." It depends on the school, my rehabilitation process, how long it has been since the incident, if I am willing to practice with restrictions on the license, etc...The lawyer was adamant I could attend school and get through clinicals but that I might need professional help if I wanted to practice without restrictions. The person who ultimately decides my fate is the dean at the school - the BON stated my background would not likely pose an issue to certification as long as I was admitted to a school. I am waiting for a for a response on this matter. Since the incident (March of 2016) I have taught in a classroom for two years, coached young athletes, and was an EMT at the time of the incident - the NREMT board did not place restrictions or terminate my license. I have a history of goodwill and working with at-risk populations. I was also accepted into OT school after an "Early Determination" was made (a preemptive background check for students with records). TL:Dr; I have a Misdemeanor in the 3rd degree for harassment - kick/strike/shove with a domestic violence qualifier. I have contributed to society, righted my wrongs, and still want to nurse. I always have. Does anyone have: 1) Stories of success/failure in this type of situation? 2) recommendations on next steps?